Trespassing in Sumter County, Florida

Trespassing prosecutions in Sumter County show notably tough outcomes compared to statewide trends. The guilty rate of 84.6 percent far exceeds the state pattern, while dismissals occur in zero cases here versus 3.8 percent statewide—a significant gap suggesting the State Attorney's office pursues these charges aggressively and rarely drops them. The withheld adjudication rate of 11.7 percent aligns with the statewide average, meaning about one in nine defendants avoid a formal conviction record. Diversion opportunities are scarce at 2.1 percent, well below the statewide 3.1 percent, leaving defendants with fewer paths to dismiss charges through program completion.

When convicted or adjudicated, Sumter County defendants face jail time in nearly half of cases, with a median sentence of 60 days and average of 104 days. Probation terms average over 10 months. Fines average around $229. Very few receive prison sentences at 1.1 percent. Public defenders handle the vast majority of cases at 58 percent, while only 6.4 percent have private counsel, reflecting the economic profile of defendants charged with this offense.

0.0% of Trespassing cases in Sumter County are dismissed — below Florida's statewide average of 4.0%. Sumter County is tougher than typical on these cases, so the attorney you pick matters more here.

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188
Total Cases
84.6%
Guilty Rate
11.7%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.5 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
84.6% (159)
Withheld
11.7% (22)
Diversion
2.1% (4)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.5% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.5 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
10.9 months
Avg Probation
$229
Avg Fine
1.1%
Prison Rate
46.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 87 2.6 months
State Prison Facility 2 3.2 years

Counsel Analysis

109
Public Defender
90.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
15
Self or Unrepresented
73.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
12
Private Attorney
41.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.

Race Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
White 143 84.6% 0.0%
Black 34 88.2% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.1%
Under 21
6.4%
21-29
29.8%
30-39
20.2%
40-49
23.9%
50-59
17.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 66 84.8% 0.0% 3.7 months
2024 56 80.4% 0.0% 5.0 months
2025 66 87.9% 0.0% 2.3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 135
Misdemeanor Second Degree 45
Felony Third Degree 8

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 84.6% based on 188 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.7% of cases. This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Trespassing in Sumter County?
The average sentence is 3.5 months, with an average fine of $229.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 188 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026